The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee plays a key role in scrutinising Defra’s policies and in making recommendations to government on food and farming issues. Chaired by Alistair Carmichael MP, this panel brings together members of the committee to give an overview of its work over the past year and priorities for 2026, including inquiries and plans to hold the government to account on issues such as farm payments, food security, and the agricultural transition. There will be space for questions and discussion, offering farmers and land workers a chance to respond to the committee’s work and raise key concerns directly with MPs involved in government scrutiny.